Why 30% Of Women Give Up This One Important Thing Mid-Life

In this episode of Getting Open, Andrea Miller welcomes Dr. Sherry Ross, a nationally recognized expert and OB/GYN with over 25 years of experience in women’s health. Dr. Sherry dispels common myths regarding sexual pleasure and health, offering a medical perspective on topics often considered taboo. They discuss actionable solutions for improving libido, the surprising rise of STIs in older adults, and the extensive benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for heart and brain health. From wearable health tools to the protective power of estrogen, Dr. Sherry empowers listeners to reclaim their sexual wellness at every stage of life. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Improving Libido and Orgasms 01:48 – Benchmarking Sexual Health Statistics 04:28 – The "Vagina Revolution": Breaking the Shame 08:55 – The Etymology of "Vagina" vs. "Yoni" 10:34 – Distinguishing Vulva from Vagina 14:49 – Porn’s Impact on Body Image 18:40 – Medical Revisions vs. Cosmetic Rejuvenation 27:28 – Orgasms and Masturbation 33:34 – Open Monogamy & Polyamory 40:27 – Why 30% of Women Stop Sex Mid-Life 44:57 – The Truth About HRT 51:32 – Estrogen’s Hidden Benefits 56:18 – Testosterone for Women 1:00:17 – Healthy Aging: Diet, Sleep, and Exercise 1:04:00 – STIs Over 50: The HPV Warning 1:13:36 – Speed Round: Coconut Oil, Vaginal Steaming, and Lube 1:28:16 – Final Insights Follow us on INSTAGRAM : ✨ Getting Open: https://www.instagram.com/gettingopen ✨ Andrea Miller: https://www.instagram.com/andreamilleryourtango ✨ YourTango: https://www.instagram.com/yourtango Catch new episodes of Getting Open with Andrea Miller every Tuesday at 3 PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/@GettingOpenPodcast 📩 Have a relationship issue or topic you'd like to discuss on the show? Email us: gettingopen@yourtango.com #obgyn #womenshealth #gynecologist Dr. Sherry Ross, women's sexual health, menopause symptoms, hormone replacement therapy, HRT benefits, vaginal dryness treatment, female orgasm myths, pelvic floor health, HPV vaccine for adults, libido at midlife, vaginal dilators, Dr. Sherry Ross She-ology, sexual wellness podcast, STIs in seniors, Getting Open podcast

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